We have had two of those(Prius)a 2006 and a 2008.Ever tried to drive one in 1/4 inch of snow? With the super duper 8th computer controlling the traction it will not even move an inch if a wheel slips.It gets even worse if trying to go up a hill or crossing a small pile of snow at the edge of the drive way.Toyota Prius.... 400+ on a tank of gas. 6 gallon can gets me another 250 miles. If stuck in traffic, the engine cuts off, saving the fuel. The electrical system gives me lots of power for communications and other equipment.
EMP pulse... I'll be on the Schwinn....
We have had two of those(Prius)a 2006 and a 2008.Ever tried to drive one in 1/4 inch of snow? With the super duper 8th computer controlling the traction it will not even move an inch if a wheel slips.It gets even worse if trying to go up a hill or crossing a small pile of snow at the edge of the drive way.
Great MPG,but a useless vehicle if you ask me.
Now if Ford would just release the 86mpg diesel cars in the USA like they have Europe...I would buy one in a heart beat.
I have an M1008 that I plan to use as a bug out vehicle. I also have an M101 trailer that I can haul with it. In my opinion, diesel and multi-fuel is the only way to go when it comes to selecting a bug out vehicle. Only downside to the CUCV is the electrical system. It can be a royal pain in the ass.
I have Michelin all terrain tires on the Prius (Touring model with a better suspension) and have no problems with snow (work in South Bend area aka: snow country). Have not had any issues getting where I needed to.
Have also taken it to Tennessee to run the Tail of the Dragon. It handles fine on the side of the mountain running at speed with everyone else.
I bet the tires make a big difference from the stock low rolling resistance ones.We where putting 2k+ miles on them per week and had the low rolling resistance tires.Also the traction control was an option on the 2006 model,I think it was standard on the 2008.Not sure if they still use that system currently,but it was bad on snow and even in light rain(with the stock tires).
Those military blazers have 3.07 gears in the axles. The axles themselves are not known to be very strong when pushed or when big tires are added to the mix. The rear limited slip diff is known to shatter under stress. They use a 208 transfer case with a slip yoke which also isn't known for its durability under stress. If you want something to be very reliable all those components would need to be upgraded and probably replaced